Bachelor of Economics
at Bond University, Queensland.
A quantitative economics degree built around microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and applied policy analysis. Most providers offer specialisations in finance, public policy or international trade.
ATAR cutoff history
Published cutoff data for the Bond University Bachelor of Economics. We never invent figures; entries marked "not published" mean the university or admissions centre has not released a verified cutoff for that intake.
| Intake year | ATAR cutoff | Admissions centre |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
| 2022 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
No verified cutoffs are available. Confirm the latest figure on the official QTAC cutoff release.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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What you will study
Bond's three-semester year lets this Bachelor of Economics be completed in two calendar years. First year builds the analytical core: microeconomics, macroeconomics, quantitative methods and an introduction to statistics and finance. Small cohorts mean tutorial-style teaching, so students get direct feedback on problem sets rather than sitting in large lectures. The middle of the degree moves into intermediate micro and macro theory, econometrics and applied fields such as international economics, money and banking, behavioural economics and public policy. The quantitative load is real, with regular modelling and data analysis. Bond ties economic theory to current policy debate and brings in industry and government speakers. The final stage is applied analysis and electives, often combined with an internship or a research project. Graduates target economist and analyst roles in government, consulting and financial services, and the accelerated calendar means many reach a graduate program or postgraduate study a year ahead of standard-degree peers.
Example first-year subjects
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Quantitative Methods for Economics
- Introduction to Statistics
- Principles of Finance
- Mathematics for Economics
How you will be assessed
- Final exams worth 50 to 70 per cent in theory subjects
- Problem sets and quantitative assignments
- Econometric modelling and data-analysis projects
- Policy reports and applied case studies
- Mid-semester tests every few weeks
- Group presentations on economic issues
Career outcomes
- Graduates work as economists at the Reserve Bank of Australia, Treasury, Productivity Commission and the major consultancies.
- Common destinations include economic-consulting firms (Deloitte Access Economics, Frontier Economics) and financial-services research desks.
- Many alumni move into policy roles in state and federal departments or into graduate finance and analytics programmes.
Typical first jobs
- Graduate economist in government or a central agency
- Economic or policy analyst
- Economic consultant or research associate
- Data or business analyst in financial services
- Pricing or commercial analyst
- Research officer in a think tank or industry body
- Graduate analyst in a bank or fund
Graduate starting salary
$60,000 - $72,000 per year
Source: https://www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/graduate-outcomes-survey-(gos). Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Most graduates enter economist, policy or analyst roles, or graduate programs in banking, consulting and the public service, helped by Bond's early completion. Postgraduate options include a Master of Economics, a Master of Finance, applied econometrics and public-policy coursework, and Honours for those heading toward research or central-bank and Treasury roles. The three-semester calendar lets a bachelor plus a one-year master finish faster than a standard degree alone.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who enjoyed methods or specialist maths at school
- People curious about markets, policy and how economies work
- Numerate students comfortable with data and modelling
- Self-starters who want to finish a numerate degree in two years
- Clear writers who can turn analysis into policy advice
It is probably not for you if
- Students who dislike maths, statistics and heavy exams
- People wanting purely creative or studio-based study
- Those who prefer humanities-style essay writing only
- Students who struggle with a fast, year-round study pace
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Sources
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